Sudbury Catholic District School Board

Thank you for all that you do – Happy World Teachers’ Day!

Thank you for all that you do – Happy World Teachers’ Day!

On behalf of the Sudbury Catholic District School Board Community, we would like to wish our teachers a happy World Teachers’ Day! It is through their invaluable hard work and unwavering commitment to education, that our students continue to shine, both in and out of the classroom. They truly are the difference makers.

We thank you for your hard work, your inspiration and for putting our students first. It is through your great work that we are leaders in learning and faith.

Be sure to thank our teachers today!

Happy National Custodial Workers Day!

We are very fortunate to have such a hard-working, dedicated team of custodians and maintenance staff throughout our schools. These individuals help maintain the cleanliness and safety of each and every classroom, office, meeting spaces and much more. We are so very thankful to our friends, who help make our buildings shine – inside and out!

“On behalf of all the staff and students at
Marymount Academy, we wish to extend a huge thank you to Gerry & all the custodial staff. Our Marymount family would not be the same
without Gerry’s hard work and dedication to making our building look incredible.”

– Aaron Barry, Principal at Marymount Academy

“ Ron Martin is our custodian and is amazing at his job.
He never complains, is always positive and helpful. He goes above and beyond his job description every day! We are very lucky to have him at Immaculate.”

– Kim Coluzzi, Principal at Immaculate Conception

“Claudio Ronchin is a valuable member of the
St James staff. He is always in a good mood and ready to help. He is very generous and kind. He is a very dedicated employee and he takes pride in his work. The school building and grounds are well maintained and cared for.”

– Lucie Cullen, Principal at St. James

St. Benedict celebrates World Autism Day

To celebrate World Autism Awareness Day, students and staff at St. Benedict C.S.S paid a toonie to dress in blue, donating over $750 to Autism Ontario. As part of their Raise the Flag Campaign, the ASD class baked 350 cookies and handed them out to those showing their support by wearing blue. Members of the school community signed giant puzzle pieces, that are now displayed in the Communication classroom as a visual reminder of the supportive St. Ben’s community they are so fortunate to be a part of.

St. Benedict teacher Giuseppe Politi wins Community Builders Award

Giuseppe was awarded the Community Builders Award for Sports and Recreation. He had an outstanding career as a soccer player before becoming a qualified soccer coach. He is the boys’ coach for St. Benedict, head coach of the women’s and men’s programs at Cambrian College, the head coach at the Greater Sudbury Soccer Club, a coach developer with the Ontario Soccer Association and he coaches at the Northern Soccer Academy. He says he believes in Sudbury soccer and in raising the bar of the sport in the city. He acknowledges he is highly invested so, of course, he advocates strongly for a soccer centre, including a bubble or dome so local players have the same advantages as others across the province during the winter months. He gives a nod to former coaches, players’ parents, and officials, not wanting to miss anyone who played a role in his success. He specifically mentions his mom, Antonietta. “If I didn’t have my mother as my #1 support system, this soccer thing never would have happened.”

Congratulations and well-done Giuseppe.

2016 Chairperson Award winners announced

Michael Fabiilli, Kacey Boulrice and John Jamieson are the 2016 Chairperson’s Award Winners.

Every year the Sudbury Catholic District School Board Trustees select recipients for the Board’s prestigious Chairperson’s Award. These individuals embrace our Catholic values, exemplify the Board’s vision and mission, demonstrate initiative and ingenuity and contribute positively to the lives of students and staff. This year’s three recipients certainly exemplify all of these qualities.

John Jamieson is described as a very caring person who takes great pride in his work. John presents himself as a positive role model to both staff and students, his work ethic is inspirational and he constantly shows his capacity to treat all with respect and compassion. Currently John is employed as a Building Services Technician at St. Charles College where his positive presence enhances school life for all.

Kacey Boulrice is an Educational Assistant working at St. David’s Catholic School. Kacey is described as a dynamic staff member who contributes meaningfully to the lives of the people at St. David each and every day. She contributes in many ways including making breakfast for over 220 students each day and facilitates a peer support system for girls at recess. She is a problem solver and a true gift to the students and staff at St. David School.

Michael Fabiilli is a distinguished educator and coach. Currently on staff at St. Charles College he is described as a man of integrity and character who embodies the school motto of goodness, discipline and knowledge. Among his many contributions to school life, Mike has coached the Senior Football Team for his entire teaching career of twenty-nine years. His coaching goes well beyond the field as he guides his young athletes on how to be people of sound character. He is also described as an outstanding Math Teacher who has a soft spot for the most vulnerable of our students. He is indeed a strong role model whose gifts have helped to nurture the mind, body and spirit of the students who have had the opportunity to learn from “Coach Fabs” for the past 29 years.

This year’s award winners pictured with Chair Michael Bellmore will be honoured on May 25, 2016 during the Board’s retirement dinner and celebration of 25 year employees.

St. Francis Flames Wear Yellow for Daffodil Campaign

St. Francis students and staff wore yellow to kick off the start of the Canadian Cancer Society’s Daffodil Campaign in April. The daffodil is a symbol of strength and courage in the fight againstt cancer. Since the 1950s, bright yellow daffodils have arrived in communities across Canada to mark the beginning of Daffodil Month in April. Yellow daffodil stickers were worn at the elementary school to show support for Canadians living with cancer. A cheque for $502.00 was presented to Ms. Burns and Ms. Crispo from the Canadian Cancer Society who graciously attended the school’s assembly to speak to students. The cheque was presented on behalf of the families, students and staff of St. Francis School who made the donation possible. Cancer has touched many of the St. Francis families, friends, staff and even students in some way. The school’s event organizer for the Daffodil Campaign, Ms. Graziella Visentin, was thrilled with the support shown by the school’s families, students and staff for this worthwhile cause. By sharing of ourselves and helping those around us, we are, in essence, practising Christian stewardship, which is the school’s virtue for the month of April. Each year the amount raised increases and the school hopes to continue with this beneficial fundraiser to help cancer patients in our community.

Holy Trinity FDK team wins 2015-2016 Frances Poleschuk Award

The Sudbury Catholic District School Board is pleased to announce that Rosemary Tripodi and Domenic Vicedomini from Holy Trinity Catholic Elementary School have been selected as one of two teams who have received the 2015-2016 Frances Polischuk Award. The award is presented by the Council of Associated Primary Educators (CAPE), which recognizes Rosemary and Domenic as educators who have had a significant impact on the education of young children.

Rosemary and Domenic were enthusiastic pioneers of the early learning inquiry and exploration full day kindergarten model for the Sudbury Catholic District School Board. Since 2010, Rosemary and Domenic have developed an incredible relationship that has been supporting the learning, health, and well being of young minds.

On Tuesday, April 5th, Holy Trinity Catholic School held an awards presentation in the gymnasium to honour them with a plaque and flowers. An official award presentation will be held by CAPE on April 14th via a webinar.

SCDSB Staff Inspired by Engaging Speaker

Todd Cunningham-a motivational speaker, Ph.D. recipient, clinical and school psychologist, and researcher from the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education, University of Toronto and the Hospital for Sick Children, visited one of our secondary schools for the SCDSB Professional Activity Day. Todd discussed strategies for students who learn differently and the potential of assistive technology. He shared his own story with the students as he has struggled with a learning disability and has learned to accommodate his dyslexia with the use of assistive technology. His engaging presentations was held on April 28th at St.Charles College.

Sisters helping sisters

Staff at St. Francis elementary school displayed their Christmas spirit by filling more than 15 shoe boxes for a charity organization called Sisters Helping Sisters. This organization helps women across our community by providing many of the essentials needed for daily living. Items will be donated to women’s shelters within Sudbury. Way to go Flames!

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